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Blouberg Nature Reserve

 

Description

Home to 500 breeding pairs of endangered Cape Vultures, the far flung Blouberg Nature Reserve is a dream destination for twitchers and nature lovers.

Catch all the action from a hide at the ‘Vulture Restaurant’. Best visited during winter months, you will be able to see Lappet-faced Vulture, Hooded Vulture, White-headed Vulture and White-backed Vulture. An exciting rare visitor to southern Africa, Ruppell’s Vulture, is breeding in the Blouberg Colony.

Other raptors you might spot are the melanistic Gabar Goshawk, Eagle-Owl, brown snake-eagle, tawny eagle and a variety of owls. With a bird list of well over 225 recorded species it’s easy to tick off over 100 birds in a day.

Best loved are the resident flock of comical Crested Guineafowl. Other birds to look out for are Southern White-faced Scops-Owl, Greater Painted Snipe, Grey Tit-Flycacther, Red-backed Shrike, Crimson-Breasted Shrike and Kalahari Scrub-Robin.

The scenic landscape of Blouberg Nature Reserve covers a variety of habitats. Dry bushveld savannah interspersed with giant baobabs and mashatu trees, wetland and a small Sycamore fig forest. There are some wonderful hiking trails and opportunities to sight giraffe, zebra and various antelope on the plains.

Opening hours are 06:00 – 19:00

+27 (0)15 563 0702 or 083 251 9071

Directions

From Polokwane take the R521 to Vivo and Alldays. From Vivo turn left towards Ga-Kibi. After 5 km turn right towards Blouberg Nature Reserve.

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Accommodation near Blouberg Nature Reserve

*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

 
Chinaka Lodge |

Chinaka Lodge

Vivo Safari Lodge in Vivo
20.77km from Blouberg Nature Reserve

Up-market, secluded bush lodge. Offering privacy, excellent cuisine, romantic bush breakfasts or just the possibility to sit around a crackling fire under the African star lit sky, listening to the jackals in the near vicinity. Situated 127km North of Polokwane and 16km North of the Soutpansberg Mountains.

  • R350 p/p sharing
  • 28 Guests
 
No Reviews
 
Zulani Safaris Game Farm |

Zulani Safaris Game Farm

Vivo Self-catering, Vivo Bed and Breakfast in Vivo
27.89km from Blouberg Nature Reserve

Zulani Safaris is located on a private game farm, offering two bush camps and a luxurious lodge where you can relax after a big day in the African bush. The farm lies in the northern Limpopo with views towards the Soutpansberg and the Blouberg.

  • R250 Single
  • 20 Guests
 
No Reviews
 
Makgabeng Farm Lodge |

Makgabeng Farm Lodge

Bochum Lodge in Bochum
31.10km from Blouberg Nature Reserve

Overlooking the magnificent and ancient Makgabeng Plateau, you'll find Makgabeng Farm Lodge - a tranquil and lovely place to stay and explore this beautiful area of the Limpopo savannah bushveld.

  • R331 p/p sharing
    R570 Single
  • 20 Guests
 
 
Mogalakwena River Lodge |

Mogalakwena River Lodge

Alldays Safari Lodge in Alldays
36.51km from Blouberg Nature Reserve

Mogalakwena River Lodge offers a truly luxurious African experience in the Limpopo Valley of South Africa. The lodge has a central lodge with four rooms, swimming pool, dining and open lounge areas, as well as a lower and upper viewing deck facing the Mogalakwena River. The four thatched chalets have exquisite views and privacy.

  • R525 p/p sharing
    R590 Single
  • 16 Guests
 
No Reviews
 
Artist's Retreat |

Artist's Retreat

Alldays Self-catering in Alldays
44.92km from Blouberg Nature Reserve

The Artist's Retreat is a premier destination for artists, writers, researchers, photographers, and craftspeople. The retreat is situated amidst great fever trees and lush gardens, providing both the serenity and stimulation to refresh your creative energies.

  • R540 Rooms/Units
  • 2 Guests
 
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Nyala Lodge |

Nyala Lodge

Soutpansberg Guest House, Soutpansberg Self-catering in Soutpansberg
49.43km from Blouberg Nature Reserve

Against the majestic backdrop of the picturesque Soutpansberg Mountains lies Nyala Game Lodge. Our lodge offers six twin rooms and three family rooms with en-suite bathrooms.

  • R500 p/p sharing
    R500 Single
  • 21 Guests
 
No Reviews
 
Leshiba Wilderness |

Leshiba Wilderness

Makhado (Louis Trichardt) Safari Lodge in Makhado (Louis Trichardt)
53.82km from Blouberg Nature Reserve

Lesheba is a unique, authentic & holistic African experience. Have your head in the clouds & feet next to rhinos in a mountaintop landscape.A Venda Village Lodge unseen anywhere else in Africa handsculpted, luxurious artistic wonderland.Africanspa, activity trails, horseriding, medicinal plants, wood carving, beading & drumming circles.All encapsulating holistic, sustainable & responsible tourism

  • R420 p/p sharing
    R420 Single
  • 32 Guests
 
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Kieuw Game Ranch |

Kieuw Game Ranch

Alldays Safari Lodge in Alldays
54.02km from Blouberg Nature Reserve

Kieuw Game Ranch is situated in the heart of the Limpopo bushveld and sweeping views across a tranquil waterhole create a sentiment of feeling good as soon as you arrive.

  • R1 100 Rooms/Units
  • 10 Guests
 
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Sigurwana |

Sigurwana

Soutpansberg Lodge, Soutpansberg Safari Lodge in Soutpansberg
59.31km from Blouberg Nature Reserve

Sigurwana is a fascinating lodge, situated in a beautiful setting on top of the western Soutpansberg in Limpopo Province, surrounded by 5,000-hectares of malaria-free wilderness.

  • R2 200 p/p sharing
    R2 300 Single
  • 8 Guests
 
 
Medike Mountain Reserve |

Medike Mountain Reserve

Makhado (Louis Trichardt) Safari Lodge in Makhado (Louis Trichardt)
60.88km from Blouberg Nature Reserve

Natural Heritage Site in Soutpansberg Mountains. Waterfall. San Rock art. Birding. Butterflies.Wildlife. Scenic mountain and Bush Trails.

  • R150 p/p sharing
  • 21 Guests
 
 
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